Seasonal Laborer

Truckee Sanitary District is seeking a Seasonal Laborer to join our team for the Summer season.

Applications must be in by April 21, 2026. Apply immediately if interested.

Fill out the Application Form. You will need to upload a Cover Letter and your Resume in the form before it can be submitted.

More information about the position

About the Position

Seasonal Laborer Description

Truckee Sanitary District (TSD) is a CWEA award-winning wastewater collections-only public agency located in beautiful Truckee, California, just 15 minutes from Lake Tahoe. TSD is seeking a motivated and qualified professional who embraces TSD’s core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, Communication, and Service to apply for the open Seasonal Laborer position. This position is for seasonal work from June 1, 2026, through October 2. 2026, and applications must be submitted by April 21, 2026.

The Seasonal Laborer position learns and performs a variety of semi-skilled work in support of District wastewater collection system inspection, preventive and corrective maintenance, and cleaning activities; assists in performing underground televised wastewater line inspection and hydrocleaning of sewer lines; and performs other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Learns to operate and operates hydro-cleaning equipment to clean and flush wastewater lines on a scheduled or emergency basis.
  • Learns to inspect and inspects underground wastewater pipes, lateral connections, and associated appurtenances using closed-circuit television equipment to locate leaks, breaks, infiltration, and the buildup of dirt, debris, roots, and other materials on a scheduled preventive maintenance basis.
  • Assists in responding to customer complaints or problems and using inspection equipment to identify causes and facilitate repair.
  • Learns to set up and sets up traffic control and safety equipment when using vehicles on a street or other roadway; uses safety equipment, and observes all safety procedures as specified by the District.
  • Notifies supervisor of the need for repair or additional maintenance as found during routine inspection and cleaning activities; prepares work orders or notes service requirements.
  • Learns to service and maintain and services and maintains mobile equipment in a clean and orderly condition; makes minor repairs as needed; learns to service and repair television inspection and specialty hydro-cleaning equipment.
  • Learns to clean and cleans out manholes and other drainage facilities.
  • Assists in responding to emergency calls for service; assists in mitigating overflow spills and damage as required.
  • Learns to perform and performs installation, maintenance, and repair of underground lines.
  • Maintains accurate records of work performed.
  • Maintains external premises of District facilities including weeding, painting, basic carpentry, and other tasks as assigned.
  • Contributes to a positive work environment by participating in solutions to problems as they occur.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate

Ideal Candidate

Will learn, assist, and participate in District activities required to inspect, maintain, and clean collections system facilities and equipment, including main sewer lines and laterals. Assignments may vary with the skill and training; however, all employees are cross-trained in all assignments and the use of all work-related equipment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess a valid CA or NV Class C driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Some experience in wastewater or storm sewer line cleaning and maintenance or in underground pipeline construction is desirable.

Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be knowledge of:

  • Basic principles and practices of mobile equipment servicing and repair.
  • Basic safety practices related to the work, including confined space entry.
  • Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
  • Basic computer applications related to the work.

Salary

Salary Range

Up to $30/hr.

Benefits

Benefits

  • 9/80 work schedule
  • Acrued Sick Leave
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